"I've got a plan."Jeffrey helped Melanie to the couch. After they sat down, he began to explain his plan in detail.Melanie soon began to frown. "Why doesn't the plan include me?""I'll go on my own," Jeffrey replied."But Mr. Oliver invited the two of us.""You're in no state for long-distance flights. It's nothing out of the ordinary if you don't show up. Nobody will say a thing." Jeffrey had it all thought out.She frowned. "Since it's a co-op between both our families, don't even think about hoarding all the benefits on your own," she retorted."Don't worry. I won't amend the contract. Yancey Group won't take what belongs to the York family," he promised."I have doubts about that!"Melanie stood up. In reality, she was worried about him taking on the risks on his own. "Who knows if you'll strike a deal with Mr. Oliver on the spot? With the level of influence he has, you wouldn't be able to refuse.""Why would that happen?" Jeffrey stood up too."Don't you believe me? I
Jeffrey managed to stop in time after they had kissed for a long while.They could not continue kissing…They went from standing to sitting, and they moved from the couch to the bed. If this went on, he would give in no matter how determined he was…"We'll wait for the child to be born. I'm not in a hurry," he said as if trying to console himself.Melanie pursed her lips and smiled. She glanced at the obvious reaction of his body before raising her eyebrows. 'Is this what you mean by not being in a hurry?' She thought to herself."There's no point in rushing," he said with a chuckle."Lie down. I'll take a shower," he added.His willpower was not enough. He needed cold water to boost his willpower.Melanie laughed and nodded.While Jeffrey eagerly went to take a cold shower, Melanie sat on the bed and giggled with her hands on her stomach.It had been a long time since she felt this relaxed.She began to reminisce about the past. The realization hit her that she and Jeffrey
Melanie's baby remained stable for three days.Three days later, Professor Turner gave her permission to meet Mr. Oliver with Jeffrey in the following week.Once Melanie was sure that her baby was in stable condition, she went to see Ermin and Eliza.She even brought Jeffrey along and told Eliza about his real identity.Eliza had a hard time accepting it. It puzzled her. However, she was happy for Melanie from the bottom of her heart. She knew Jeffrey had risked his life for Melanie in the past. Melanie was lucky to have met a man like him.Ermin, on the other hand, did not require any explanation.He had accepted Jeffrey as his father long ago.Whenever he saw Jeffrey, he would want to stay in Jeffrey's arms. Now that Melanie thought about it, they probably remained close despite rarely seeing each other because they were related by blood.Ever since Ermin's parents frequently showed up together, he became even more energetic. The sound of him shouting and singing could be hea
The temperature was rising!Melanie could smell Jeffrey's familiar scent.Ever since she discovered his real identity, he no longer had to put effort into concealing his scent with perfume. The scent she missed the most had returned!This scent made her feel safe. She could not get enough of it…Jeffrey brushed his fingers through Melanie's long hair and rubbed her back. He applied just the right amount of pressure. She did not ask him to stop. Just when he was about to kiss her, the door suddenly opened.Bang.Ermin ran into the room. He saw the couple on the couch. Jeffrey's eyes were aglow, while Melanie had flushed cheeks. Their sitting posture was odd."Mommy!""Daddy!""What are you doing?" Ermin asked."Erk-hem!"Jeffrey sat upright and pretended to be serious. "Why didn't you knock before coming in?""That's because I miss Mommy!" Ermin pouted before running up to Melanie and curling up his body. He ignored his father who was being harsh for no reason.Melanie trie
Jeffrey brought Maximilian upstairs to Melanie's room.Melanie stood up and looked Maximilian up and down. Maximilian did the same thing to her with an odd look in his eyes."Mr. Maximilian, isn't there something you'd like to tell me?" She asked.Maximilian remained silent."If my grandfather was still alive, why hasn't he shown up all these years? Eagle was taken away by Leo. After two months of resting, he could come back anytime for revenge. Since my grandfather is worried about me and wants to protect me, why hasn't he shown up? What is he waiting for?" She added."He's waiting for Eagle to appear." Maximilian sighed while he started answering her questions."But Eagle may appear very soon," Melanie said.Jeffrey also shared with Maximilian the address of the island Mr. Oliver had invited them to. "If things are as expected, Eagle, Leo, and Nathan are probably all hiding there.""Just as I predicted." Maximilian sat down."Well? When is my grandfather going to show up?" M
Carson still had his doubts.Jeffrey walked over and placed his hand on Melanie's shoulder. "Mr. Maximilian, please remove your mask. To tell you the truth, I've known you for many years, and your face has always looked ugly to me. Your real face won't scare anyone…"Carson glared at Jeffrey. "Kid, if it wasn't for me, you'd be dead!""Mr. Maximilian, you're Melanie's grandfather. Saving me is the equivalent of saving your grandson-in-law." Jeffrey tried to ease the tension.This made Maximilian even more upset. He raised his voice. "How could you say that? I honestly regret saving you! Melanie has only ever suffered after marrying you!""...""Grandpa…" Melanie shook Carson's arm.Ever since Carson admitted who he was, he stopped pretending to speak like Maximilian. He spoke with his own voice. Melanie found it very soothing."I'll stop lying to you. My face was burned. I don't even want to see it myself. I also don't want to frighten you or my great grandson," Carson insisted
Going to the island this time was not a casual affair like going on a business trip.For luggage alone, Jeffrey had his men prepare five huge suitcases.Although Melanie did not personally ask about it, according to Professor Turner, these suitcases contained the equipment Jeffrey prepared in case Melanie had to deliver her baby.Yancey Group had its own tarmac for planes.After they arrived there in a car, Jeffrey happened to be on the phone. Melanie got out of the car and waited.Jeffrey's phone call had yet to end when somebody else arrived.The woman with heavy makeup was a little surprised to see Melanie, but she still greeted Melanie with a fake smile on her face. "Melanie? I wasn't expecting you to go on this trip.""Do you know where I'm going?" Melanie stood still while she looked at Yvette. They had not met in a long time."Of course. Mr. Oliver invited Master Jefford to meet him. Everyone in the business community is talking about it. Why wouldn't I know?" Yvette bru
Melanie was practically laughing hysterically.Jeffrey continued holding her while they walked forward. "Alright. Was it really that funny?""It was."Melanie could not help but bend at the waist while she laughed."Alright, alright. Watch out for the baby." Jeffrey caressed her stomach."It's your fault for making me laugh." Melanie gently bumped her fist against him."You came up with the plot. I just ran with it."Yvette, who stood behind them, watched them interacting like a real couple. She was furious.Was Melanie really that attractive?Master Jefford was actually willing to accept another person's child just to make her happy. He was clearly cheated on.On the same note, was Yvette herself that unattractive?This was mind-boggling to her…-On the plane, Jeffrey found Melanie the most comfortable seat.Her stomach was so big that he needed to be careful when buckling her seatbelt. Every now and then, he would adjust her seatbelt so that she and their baby would fe